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Who: All ages.
What: Bring the family to the library and enjoy Disney’s Pinocchio.
Where:Montclair Public Library, Auditorium,  50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, August 31 at 6:30 pm.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

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Who: All ages.
What: Read the PJ Library book All of Me! A Book of Thanks! on an outdoor path with your child. Join other PJ families for activities based on the book and then enjoy a round of “Simon Says”, music, a bedtime snack and a special  intergenerational PJ Library Story Time (A Grandma/Grandpa Like Yours) with the grandma’s and grandpa’s at Lester Senior Housing. PJs encouraged!
Where: Aidekman Jewish Community Campus, 901 Route 10 East, Whippany, NJ
When: Tuesday, August 30 at 6:30 pm.
Cost: Free. RSVP not required but would be helpful in planning! Contact Joan Bronspiegel Dickman 973-929-2979.

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Who: Kids in grades 1-8.
What: Have you ever wondered how vegetables and flowers grow? Where spaghetti sauce comes from? How you can find a rainbow in a garden? The Young Gardener’s 4-H Club will help students find the answers to these questions and many more.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, Garibaldi Hall. 621B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesday, August 30 at 4 pm.
Cost: Free. Register by calling 973.228.8776.

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Who: Little Kids.
What: Enjoy activities celebrating Eric Carle and his stories.  Kids can read along and help build a mobile about healthy eating and more.
Where: Pottery Barn Kids, 1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Tuesday, August 30 at 10 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: All ages.
What: NJ Jackals play the Brockton Rox at a home game.
Where: Yogi Berra Stadium Normal Avenue and Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07043
When: Sunday, August 28 Due to Sunday’s weather forecast this came will be played as part of a double header on Friday at 6:35 pm.
Cost: Reserved Seats $5.80; Standing Room Only $5; Box Seats $11

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Who: All ages.
What: The St. Sebastian Feast includes food, rides, entertainment, bocce games.
Where: Kaveny Field, Grove and Walnut Streets, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday through Sunday August 25 – 28.
Cost: Free admission. Click here for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Tap ‘n Time promises you an entertaining evening of song, rhythmical dance and astounding tapping feet with performances by very talented artists.
Where: Westminster Arts Center of Bloomfield College, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Saturday, August 27 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: $15 – $22. Purchase tickets here.

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Who: All ages.
What: NJ Jackals play the Brockton Rox at a home game complete with fireworkss.
Where: Yogi Berra Stadium Normal Avenue and Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07043
When: Saturday, August 27 at 6:35 pm.
Cost: Reserved Seats $5.80; Standing Room Only $5; Box Seats $11

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Who: All ages.
What: The St. Sebastian Feast includes food, rides, entertainment, bocce games.
Where: Kaveny Field, Grove and Walnut Streets, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday through Sunday August 25 – 28.
Cost: Free admission. Click here for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Watch competitive teams participate in a basketball tournament to benefit Haiti with prizes awarded to the winning team.  Enjoy refreshments and a raffle. MyHeart4Haiti is a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting schools, orphanages and other faith-based organizations in Haiti.
Where: Caldwell Community Center, 1 Provost Square, Caldwell, NJ
When: Saturday, August 27 from 3 pm- 6 pm
Cost: $10

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Who: Tweens and up.
What: The School of Rock Montclair presents METALLICAMP, the last in a series of sizzling Saturday concerts at Just Jake’s. METALLICAMP will feature The School of Rock Montclair Summer Boot Camp Band, a collection of musicians ages 7 to 17, playing the top hits by one of the most influential and successful heavy metal groups of all time – Metallica! Anthems by other heavy shredders will also be featured, including headbanging mind-melters by such bands as… Megadeth, Quiet Riot, Lamb of God, Killswitch Engage
Where: Just Jake’s, 30 Park Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, August 27 from 1 pm – 3 pm.
Cost: Kids 18 and under – FREE! / Geezers (the rest of us) – $5. Doors open at noon. For more information, contact School of Rock Montclair at (973) 337-5296.  Tickets can be purchased in advance at School of Rock Montclair,125 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042 or at the venue on the day of the show.

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Who: Everyone!
What: Fun family event with beach volleyball, sand castle contest, Boardwalk games, beach muic by DJs, ice cream eating contest, face painting, food and more.
Where: Applegate Farm, 616 Grove Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, August 27 September 17 from 12 pm – 6 pm.
Cost: Free to attend.

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Who: All ages.
What: Watch the family classic about Willy Wonka on the big screen with your family. Pack a picnic and enjoy the movie on a huge outdoor screen.
Where: Memorial Park Amphitheatre, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Friday, August 26 at 8:30 pm.
Cost: Free. No strollers, pets, alcohol, glass bottles or smoking.

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Who: All ages.
What: NJ Jackals play the Brockton Rox at a home game.
Where: Yogi Berra Stadium Normal Avenue and Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07043
When: Sunday, August 28 Due to Sunday’s weather forecast this came will be played as part of a double header tonight, Friday, August 16 at 4:35 pm.
Cost: Reserved Seats $5.80; Standing Room Only $5; Box Seats $11

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Who: All ages.
What: The St. Sebastian Feast includes food, rides, entertainment, bocce games.
Where: Kaveny Field, Grove and Walnut Streets, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday through Sunday August 25 – 28.
Cost: Free admission. Click here for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Your kids will love the craft activity of the week as much as you enjoy the ‘Jersey Fresh’ designated farmers, a unique variety of specialty food purveyors, and live music.
Where: The Caldwell Farmers’ Market, Smull Avenue municipal lot behind Caldwell Cinema, Caldwell, NJ.
When: Friday, August 26. Market 2 pm -7 pm; Crafts 3 pm -5 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Kids ages 4 and up.
What: It’s a new school year! Are you still serving last year’s snacks? Learn to upgrade your back to school snack ideas, making them nutritious and delicious. Plus, we’ll let your little ones sample everything so you know they are kid approved.
Where: Whole Food Market, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Friday, August 26 at 1 pm.
Cost: $5 per family. Register online here, call 973.669.3196 or visit Customer Service.

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Who: Ages 4 and up.
What: Make paper flowers, paint rocks and min masterpieces and more! Each week will feature a brand new project that you’ll definitely want to join in on!
Where: Just Kidding Around, 507 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 25 from 5 pm – 6 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 973.233.9444

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Who: All ages.
What: The St. Sebastian Feast includes food, rides, entertainment, bocce games.
Where: Kaveny Field, Grove and Walnut Streets, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday through Sunday August 25 – 28.
Cost: Free admission. Click here for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Bring the family to the library and enjoy Bedknobs and Broomsticks starring Angela Lansbury.
Where: Montclair Public Library, Auditorium,  50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, August 24 at 6:30 pm.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

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Who: Ages 3-5.
What: Introduce your child to the joys of nature in Van Vleck’s Garden Discoveries! Each program includes a guided hike, hands-on activities, and a story.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, August 24 at 1:15 pm.
Cost: $7 / Friends: $12. No charge for adults. Call 973.744.4752 or click here for more information.

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Who: Kids ages 5 and up.
What: Little Chefs will decorate their very own personal cupcake with Janet, our Culinary Demo Specialist and certified Pastry Chef. We’ll provide the cupcakes, icing, and decorations, you provide the creative talent.
Where: Whole Food Market, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 23 at 4 pm.
Cost: $5. Register online here, call 973.669.3196 or visit Customer Service.

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Who: Kids in grades 1-8.
What: Have you ever wondered how vegetables and flowers grow? Where spaghetti sauce comes from? How you can find a rainbow in a garden? The Young Gardener’s 4-H Club will help students find the answers to these questions and many more.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, Garibaldi Hall. 621B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesday, August 23 at 4 pm.
Cost: Free. Register by calling 973.228.8776.

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Sunday, August 21 at 2 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.

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Who: All ages.
What: Join the “rockin’ band” in this lively & humorous family concert featuring songs from Yosi’s award-winning CDs. Bring lawn chairs, blanket and a picnic lunch too.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Sunday, August 21 at 1 pm. gates open at noon.
Cost: $5 per person. Call 973.744.4752 or click here for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Enjoy Disney exhibits, games, arts & crafts, live music, dance, exhibits, sports clinics and ore as part of Harlem Week. Sunday’s theme is “Back to School.”
Where: P.S. 175 School Yard 175 W. 134th St., New York NY
When: Saturday, August 20 ans Sunday, August 21 from 12 pm – 5 pm
Cost: Free

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, August 20 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, August 20 at 2 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.

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Who: Music lovers of all ages.
What: Free jazz festival performed by Jazz House Kids.
Where: Nishuane Park, Montclair, NJ. In the event of rain, the festival will be held at the Salvation Army Building, 3 Trinity Place, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday August 20 from 12 pm – 6 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information call Jazz House Kids at 873-744-2273 or visit online here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Enjoy Disney exhibits, games, arts & crafts, live music, dance, exhibits, sports clinics and ore as part of Harlem Week. Sunday’s theme is “Back to School.”
Where: P.S. 175 School Yard 175 W. 134th St., New York NY
When: Saturday, August 20 ans Sunday, August 21 from 12 pm – 5 pm
Cost: Free

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Who: Infants to kids age 5 with their parents/caregivers.
What: Enjoy playtime in the big gym with mats, ride on toys, balls, an obstacle course for toddlers and much more.
Where: The Connection for Women & Families, 79 Maple Street, Summit, NJ.
When: Saturdays, 12 pm – 1 pm
Cost: $5 Daily Pass drop-in fee.

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Who: Best for children ages 5 and up.
What: Bike&Walk Montclair offers this class, which teaches a safe, easy, effective way to learn to ride. Using this “balance first” method, facilitators help get children rolling while the child does most of the work. Participants learn the basics of balancing, starting, stopping, and steering a bike, as well as proper helmet fit and adjustment. Most kids learn to ride their bike while taking the class, but even if they don’t, they will leave with an easy, hands-free, crash-free, and low-stress way to learn to ride. Refeshments will be provided.
Where: Montclair High School, 100 Chestnut St, Montclair, NJ 07042 (Faculty Parking lot on North Fullerton Ave)
When: Saturday, August 20 from 10 am – 1 pm.
Cost: $25 (check or cash in person. PayPal can process credit cards online). Please make checks payable to Bike&WalkMontclair (a 501-C3 non-profit organization)

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Who: Toddlers age 2-4.
What: Come play with paint! Bring mom and dad along too!
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, August 20 from 10 am – 11 am.
Cost: $15 per child. All materials included. Register online here or for more information, call 973.763.5256.

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Who: Kids ages 4 – 15.
What: Jump on the competition in the Second Annual Kid’s Fun Bike Race in the Hilltop in North Caldwell!  The Essex County Parks Department and the Hilltop Conservancy  invite all cyclists, ages 4 – 15 to come and ride and race for prizes on a specially prepared 0.6 mile course. Any bike in good working order is eligible to race.
Where: Next to the sports field parking lot on Courter Lane and Mountain Avenue, North Caldwell, NJ.
When: Saturday, August 20. Registration opens at 7:30 am and closes 15 minutes before the start of each race. Competition for K-1st grade boy racers starts at 9 am, girl racers at 9:05. 2nd-3rd grade boys at 9:20 am, girls at 9:25. 4th-5th grade boys at 10 am, girls at 10:05 am. 6th-8th grade boys 10:45 am, girls at 10:50 am.
Cost: $10 registration fee.

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Friday, August 19 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.

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Who: Members of The Little Gym
What: Drop off your kids and enjoy a night out. They get open gym, pizza and art!
Where: The Little Gym, 1 Greenwood Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Friday, August 19, 6 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: $20 per child the first time and $10 for siblings. Call (973) 744-1002 to reserve a spot.

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Who: Ages 3 – 10, but appropriate for the entire family.
What: C’mon and rock out with StingRay, from “the greatest rock band in the world…for kids” – StarFish as he brings his new program to the Maplewood Memorial Library.  Beatles & Bubblegum is a new program that explores the music of the Fab Four and also music from the 60s and 70s “bubblegum” era. This family-friendly program will have you singing along, dancing, and having a great time with some of the beloved music that we all love.  And, we’ll see how much you know about John, Paul, George and Ringo with our Beatles trivia…maybe you’ll win a prize!
Where: Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker Street, Maplewood
When: Friday, August 19 at 4 pm.
Cost: Free

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Who: All ages.
What: Your kids will love the craft activity of the week as much as you enjoy the ‘Jersey Fresh’ designated farmers, a unique variety of specialty food purveyors, and live music.
Where: The Caldwell Farmers’ Market, Smull Avenue municipal lot behind Caldwell Cinema, Caldwell, NJ.
When: Friday, August 19. Market 2 pm -7 pm; Crafts 3 pm -5 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Little kids.
What: Youth Services staff, Deivis Garcia and Eric Rucker, perform music for children who completed their Summer Reading Club goals. Kids will share in the fun with hand percussion instruments like maracas and accompany Garcia’s guitar and Rucker’s handmade African drums. Enjoy folk songs from Haiti, Cuba, Mexico and U.S.A. Afterwards we’ll share stories and an easy to make craft!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Friday, August 19 at 12 pm.
Cost: Free for Summer Reading Club Participants.

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Who: Girls in grades 3 – 5 and Girls on Track for grades 6 – 8.
What: 10-week running program for girls to increase self-esteem and improve physical and emotional health and awareness.
Where: Baristaville town:
Montclair group meets at Brookdale Park.
Maplewood group meets at Memorial Park.
Millburn group meets at Taylor Park.
When: Programs begin in early September and run through November 20.
Cost: $185. Register online here or mail form to Girls on the Run NJ East, P.O. Box 896, Millburn, NJ, 07041.

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Who: Ages 5 and up.
What: Come see the zoo in a different light! Learn all about what animals do at night on this unique guided tour. Don’t forget your flashlight!
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 at 8 pm. Admission window open from 7:30 pm – 8 pm.
Cost: $7 per person. Pre-Registration required. Call 973-731-5800 to register.

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.

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Who: Ages 5 and up.
What: Make paper flowers, paint rocks and min masterpieces and more! Each week will feature a brand new project that you’ll definitely want to join in on!
Where: Just Kidding Around, 507 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 from 5 pm – 6 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 973.233.9444

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Who: Families of all ages.
What: Drop-in and have fun together taking a family class.
Where: Geyer Family Center YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Thursday, August 18 from 4:30 pm – 5:15.
Cost: $15 per member family / $20 per non-member family.

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Who: Kids ages 4 and up.
What: Join Wellness counselor Mother Sage Sia and Healthy Eating Specialist Tyrone as they teach your little chefs to make really interesting
animals and shapes with everyday fruits. This hands-on kids class is filled with fun and interactive activities.
Where: Whole Food Market, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 at 4 pm.
Cost: $5 per child. Register online here, call 973.669.3196 or visit Customer Service.

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Who: Kids ages 4 and up.
What: Join Wellness Counselor Mother Sage Sia and Healthy Eating Specialist Tyrone as they teach little chefs to make really interesting animals and shapes with everyday fruits. This hands-on kids class is filled with fun and interactive activities.
Where: Whole Food Market, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 at 4 pm.
Cost: $5. Register online here, call 973.669.3196 or visit Customer Service.

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Who: Ages 6 to 10.
What: 6,000 years ago the people of the Nile Valley began one of the greatest civilizations on Earth. Learn about pyramids, temples and tombs and enjoy the story of Osiris, Isis and Horus. Afterwards we’ll learn about Medtu Neter (hieroglyphic “Divine Words”) and create our own cartouches.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday, August 18 at 3 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required.

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Who: All ages.
What: A community hula hoop event. Bring your Hula Hoop (or Glow in the Dark Hula Hoop!) for an hour of fun. Led by a Fred Astaire Dance Studios instructor.
Where: Anderson Park, Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Monday, August 15 Wednesday, August 17 at 8 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: All ages.
What: Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun is a family-friendly production featuring talented young people who are familiar faces and voices to fans of “Cherry Blossom Players” and friends of local high school and university productions.
Where: Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Wednesday, August 17 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: General Admission: $13.00. Students and Seniors: $11.00. To reserve tickets, call 973-632-4108.